Ear Surgery in Houston, TX

Name: Ear Surgery / Otoplasty
Brand: Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center
Rating: 4.7 (455 reviews)

Large or overly prominent ears affect more than just your profile, often negatively impacting your self-confidence in short hairstyles and when wearing jewelry. At Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center, our ear surgeries are tailored to your exact needs to craft a silhouette that makes you feel comfortable and confident.

What Is Ear Surgery?

Ear surgery, also known as otoplasty, is a surgical procedure that reshapes or repositions the ears, helping improve proportion and create a more balanced appearance. Here, we focus on creating harmony with your other facial features and sculpting smooth transitions between the ears and neck. Ear surgery in Houston is an incredibly customizable procedure, and your treatment plan can include any of the following:

Correcting stretched earlobes after extensive or heavy earring use
Pinning back overly prominent ears
Reshaping cartilage to shrink overly large ears or correct shell-shaped ears
Rebuilding the earlobe after trauma or injury

Transform Your Profile, Transform Your Life

Ear surgery can make a meaningful difference in your quality of life, both in terms of comfort and appearance. Many of our Houston patients come to us seeking the following otoplasty benefits:

Reduced ear projection from the head
Improved symmetry between the two ears
Correction of irregular, oversized, or injured earlobes
Enhanced balance between the ears and the rest of the face
Increased confidence in personal and professional settings

Who Is a Good Candidate for Ear Surgery?

Ideal candidates for otoplasty in Houston are healthy, non-smoking adults who are dissatisfied with the shape, size, or position of their ears, whether due to injury, trauma, or their natural anatomy.

During your consultation, Dr. Eisemann will examine your ears to confirm your candidacy.

Ear Surgery Before & After

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Why Choose Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center?

At Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center, our signature blend of surgical precision and artistry guides everything we do. Our founder, Dr. Michael Eisemann, is a triple board-certified plastic surgeon with a background in fine arts, and his close study of light, shadow, and symmetry drives his surgical planning. He works directly with his son, Dr. Bradley Eisemann, a board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon, to craft customized surgeries that restore balance and harmony to the face.

We’re led by a father-son team, and that family focus forms the foundation of our patient philosophy. You’ll be met with empathy, warmth, and respect from the moment you enter our Houston doors, and we’ll answer any and all questions you may have with transparency, honesty, and accuracy.

A Private Consultation

Your journey with Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center will begin with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Eisemann. There, you’ll discuss your aesthetic goals, concerns, and medical history, and he’ll assess your ear shape, skin quality, and facial balance to determine if ear surgery is right for you.

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Pricing Your Procedure

The cost of ear surgery in Houston typically ranges between $4,000 and $6,000, depending on the following factors:

Whether one or both ears will be treated
Extent of correction
Surgical complexity
Whether additional procedures will be performed in the same session

After your initial consultation, our team will walk you through a detailed cost breakdown and share financing options for full transparency.

What to Expect From Your Ear Surgery in Houston

During surgery, Dr. Eisemann will use small incisions in the natural folds of the ear to access the soft tissue and manipulate the cartilage to create your desired shape. Internal sutures are placed to reshape and stabilize the cartilage, and Dr. Eisemann may remove small bits of cartilage to ensure symmetry and balance.

Any corrections to the earlobe will be made with small sutures to promote consistent healing and a smooth surface with minimal post-op scarring.

Your ear surgery will be performed on an outpatient basis at our QUAD A-accredited surgical center in Houston. Depending on your needs, we may use IV sedation with nerve block or a local anesthetic with sedation to prevent pain and discomfort during surgery. You and a trusted friend, family member, or partner will rest in a private recovery suite until you’re ready to head home.

Patient-First Recovery

Recovery after otoplasty in Houston is typically quick, with patients experiencing mild swelling and soreness for up to two weeks after the procedure. We’ll provide you with specialized protective dressings to wear over your ears to help reduce swelling and prevent irritation during early recovery.

Most patients resume normal activities, including desk work, social gatherings, and light movement, within a few days. You’ll need to avoid activities that could damage or injure your ears for at least six weeks, which includes wearing earrings.

Your Post-Op Process

After your procedure, we’ll share an individualized recovery plan tailored to your unique needs. This plan may include the following items:

Incision site care and cleaning protocols
Supportive garment guidance
Hygiene recommendations
Sun protection and exposure requirements
Hairstyle and recovery clothing suggestions
Activity limitations
Sleep position restrictions
Side effects to monitor
Swelling and pain management strategies

Over the coming weeks, you’ll return to our office for regular follow-up appointments to monitor your healing. There, Dr. Eisemann will examine your ears, remove any remaining sutures, and clear you for high-impact activities, such as contact sports, wearing over-ear headphones or earmuffs, and swimming.

Childhood Ear Surgery

Otoplasty is one of the few facial plastic surgery procedures that are suitable for growing children. Because the ears reach maturity in childhood, kids as young as seven years old are eligible for ear surgery at Eisemann. Often, we perform otoplasties on children to prevent bullying and self-confidence issues as they enter school.

Dr. Bradley Eisemann is a pediatric plastic surgery specialist, and his extensive experience puts safety and comfort at the forefront. He typically performs child otoplasties under general anesthesia to streamline the surgery, and he’ll work with you to develop an aftercare plan tailored to your child’s personality and activity level.

Achieving Your Desired Look

Many of our Houston patients combine their otoplasty with other facial rejuvenation treatments to create a more comprehensive transformation. Complementary procedures include the following:

Facelift
Chin augmentation
Brow lift
Neck lift

Ear Surgery / Otoplasty Frequently Asked Questions

Will an otoplasty affect my hearing?

No. Otoplasties reshape the external appearance of the ear and do not impact the internal structures responsible for hearing. The protective dressings worn after surgery may slightly muffle your hearing, but there will be no long-term changes in your ear function.

Are ear surgery results permanent?

Yes. Once the cartilage and soft earlobe tissue have been reshaped and set into their new position, the results are permanent. Only injury or trauma can impact your ear shape going forward.

When can I wear earrings again after my ear surgery?

You’ll need to wait until your ears are fully healed before wearing earrings again, which may take several months. Every patient’s healing timeline is different, and you may need to get your ears re-pierced after recovery.

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